Community Life
Week of March 8th, 2026
Nourish Nights - Wednesdays @6-8pm
We are so excited to come together this Wednesday evening for our final Nourish Night of 2026. This week we will be blessed to hear from our very own Jesse French who will share with us the ways that Restoration Project impacts men and families in our community.
To see the menu, learn more about the ministry partners we have been hearing from, or sign up to help with the meal, please click here.
Coffee With Council - This Sunday, March 8th
Our next Coffee with Council will be held this Sunday, March 8th. The Council continues to be available to connect one-on-one. Please do not hesitate to email us at council@counciltreecovenant.com with additional feedback or questions. We look forward to connecting to provide additional updates soon.
Annual Business Meeting 2025 - March 29 @6pm
We are hosting our annual time to gather and hear the big picture of what God was doing with us last year, what we believe we are being called to in the year to come, and vote on a spending plan to support that. Everyone's voice is always welcome and members vote.
If you’ve never been to one of these meetings, we’d love to see you and experience this part of church life together.
If you would like to attend the meeting virtually, please contact Stacy.
Council Openings
As our church continues to walk through a season of transition, we know that many hearts are still tender, and questions and emotions remain close to the surface. In the midst of this, we also trust that God continues to call people to step forward in love and service for the good of our shared community.
There are several openings to serve on Council coming up. If you are interested in serving or just want to know more about the role, please reach out to Penny Kast (970-222-2111 / council@counciltreecovenant.com) or any current Council member by the end of February.
Faith Family Hospitality - March 8-15, 2026
We are again hosting homeless families at Council Tree.
We are thankful for your willingness to serve in the past and invite you to join us again. Our rotation begins Sunday March 8th through Sunday March 15th. Click here to sign up to help.
Thank you for continued support!
Interim Search Team Update
Interim team:
Jackie Christman-Lead, Don Boxley, Dan Raymond,
Nicki Wuu, Tom Austin, Ann Everitt
Please pray as we schedule several interviews in the next two weeks. The interim team appreciates any questions or concerns as this helps us in determining who we ask. As always, a team member will be at the back of the church after the service to answer questions or direct any questions to the Council.
Financial update: April 2025 – February 2026
Below is a summary of our financial results for February and for the first eleven months of our 2025–2026 fiscal year.
February Results
Total income from offerings and facility rentals in February was $49,409, which was $19,091 below budget. While expenses remain generally well managed, the lower income resulted in a monthly net cash deficit of $20,319. We used our savings from the 2024 Nourish fund to cover this shortfall.
Looking Ahead
As we approach the final month of our fiscal year, our financial position reminds us of the importance of consistent giving to support ministry, staffing, outreach, and facility operations.
At the Annual meeting, 6 pm on March 29th, we will review the forecasted budget, and members will vote on the financial plans for the 2026_2027 fiscal year. We will publish details prior to the 29th. We invite your continued prayers as we seek to be good stewards of all God has entrusted to us.
We remain grateful for the faithful generosity of our congregation.
As always if you have questions please reach out –
Sarah
sarahk@stackfam.com
970.214.5209
Covenant Corner
Midwest Conference Annual Ministry Celebration
We are so excited to have the Midwest Conference's Annual Ministry Celebration here in Colorado in mid-April. The Annual Ministry Celebration (AMC) of the Midwest Conference is the highest constituted authority for the conference, its member churches and its institutions. Reports and decisions made at this gathering give direction and momentum to our common ministry.
If you are interested in attending as a delegate, please reach out to the Council. Anybody is also welcome to register as a General Conferee. Plenary sessions are open to anyone to attend without registration, but please let Stacy know if you plan to come so we can tell the conference staff that you will be joining us.
Crisis in the Middle East
At Covenant World Relief and Development we remain in close contact with our trusted partners across the Middle East. We are grateful to report our partners in the region, specifically in Israel/Palestine and Lebanon, have let us know they are safe.
They continue to serve their communities with courage and compassion through peacemaking work and caring for the displaced. The weight of uncertainty is being felt across the region as violence escalates. Families are anxious, communities are disrupted, and everyday life feels fragile. In moments like this we are reminded that behind every headline are real people seeking shelter and stability longing for safety and peace.
We ask you to join us in praying for their protection, strength, and wisdom in the days ahead. Our prayer is not shaped by politics, but by our shared humanity. We ask God to bring restraint where there is escalation, comfort where there is fear, and peace where there is violence. We ask you to join us in praying for peace.
If you feel led to respond in a tangible way, you can support ongoing relief and preparedness efforts through our Middle East Response Fund. Your generosity enables local partners to respond quickly as needs emerge and to care for vulnerable communities during times of crisis.
Lenten Sermon Series: “Journey to the Cross”
Starting March 8th, we’re launching a powerful 4-week sermon series based on Journey to the Cross: Devotions for Lent by Haug & Walker — guiding us through Christ’s final week with Scripture, reflection, and heart-level truth. We encourage you to get a copy and use it alongside the sermons for a richer, more personal Lenten journey.
Upcoming Preaching Schedule
March 8 - Brian Johnson
March 15 - Dudley Callison
March 22 - Jodi Green
March 29 - Lexi Lang
April 5 - David Williams
Save the Date
Mark your calendars for these upcoming Council Tree events:
March 8 - From Abraham’s Journey to Mary’s Magnificat, Sundays @9am
March 8 - Coffee With Council, after the service
March 8-15 - Faith Family Hospitality
March 11 - Nourish Nights, Wednesdays @6pm
March 15-29 - Worship Songs and Hymns: Adding Depth and Meaning to Our Worship, Sundays @9am
March 16 - Prayer in the Prayer Room, Monday @7:15pm
March 23 - Prayer in the Prayer Room, Monday @7:15pm
March 26 - Rooted Dinner Party, Thursday @6pm
March 29 - Annual Business Meeting, Sunday @6pm
Volunteer Opportunities
From the beginning of creation, God established holy rhythms of life and service for those who follow in God’s path. We each have personal seasons of rest and restoration, and of new life and service. Council Tree encourages spiritual wondering alongside the Holy Spirit to discern what spiritual season you may be in.
If you find yourself in a place where you have margin to serve, we could definitely use your gifts! If you feel God is calling you to explore serving, we would encourage you to start an exploratory conversation with a team lead to find out more.
Click here to find out some of the many serving opportunities that are currently available.
Give Online
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